Victory Lakes shares assisted living expertise at Antioch Township panel

The Village at Victory Lakes took part in an Antioch Township Senior Services healthcare panel on Sept. 11, offering assisted living guidance to older adults and families in Lake County, Illinois. The community is also using upcoming events and its full continuum of care to deepen its role as a local resource.

Why it matters: - The Village at Victory Lakes is positioning itself as a local guide for older adults and families making care decisions. - The panel highlighted how assisted living can support independence, connection and quality of life. - The discussion also showed how healthcare, legal and senior services can work together as people age.

What happened: - The Village at Victory Lakes participated in a Healthcare Panel Discussion hosted by Antioch Township Senior Services on Sept. 11. - Eldarada Searcy, RN, Assisted Living Director at The Village at Victory Lakes, represented the community as a panel expert. - The panel included professionals in assisted living, rehabilitation, home health, hospice, legal services, emergency response and other senior support services. - Searcy shared insight on assisted living and how it can support older adults while helping them remain independent and connected. - The invitation reflects Victory Lakes’ role as a resource for families weighing aging-related care options.

The details: - Searcy said conversations like the panel help families understand available resources and what assisted living can look like when centered around the individual. - Searcy said every person has different needs, preferences and goals, and the right information can make decisions more manageable. - The panel gave attendees a chance to hear how multiple service areas can support individuals and families together. - Victory Lakes says education and connection extend beyond healthcare discussions. - The community regularly brings together residents, families, prospective residents and partners through educational programs, social gatherings and lifestyle experiences. - Victory Lakes is also promoting upcoming community events in Lindenhurst. - A Medicare Benefits program is set for Sept. 23, 2026. - The Medicare event will cover how to maximize benefits, what different plans include and often-overlooked benefits such as wellness visits and prescription coverage. - The Medicare program is intended for both new Medicare users and people seeking a refresher. - RSVPs for the Medicare program are due by Sept. 19 to Robin at 224.504.1460 or ransell@franciscancommunities.org. - Oktoberfest is scheduled for Sept. 24, 2026. - The Oktoberfest event will feature Die Kellerknaben, polka music, German appetizers, beer and traditional polka favorites. - RSVPs for Oktoberfest can be sent to ransell@franciscancommunities.org or 224.504.1460. - Reservations for Oktoberfest are limited and will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. - Victory Lakes frames these events under its Joy Lives Here message, centered on connection, discovery and celebration. - Anshu Raina, Executive Director at The Village at Victory Lakes, said community is about relationships, engagement and having people to turn to for information or support.

Between the lines: - The panel appearance expands Victory Lakes’ visibility beyond its campus and into broader community decision-making. - The event suggests senior living providers are being asked to play a larger educational role, not just a care role. - Victory Lakes is pairing professional expertise with social programming to reinforce its brand as both a care provider and a community hub.

What's next: - Victory Lakes will host the Medicare Benefits program on Sept. 23 and Oktoberfest on Sept. 24. - The community says it will continue offering educational programs, social gatherings and opportunities for families to experience the campus firsthand. - The Village at Victory Lakes continues to present its full continuum of care, including Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation. - The community says it is supported by Franciscan Ministries, which has more than 130 years of senior living and healthcare experience. - More information is available at victorylakes.org or by calling 224.360.5424.

The bottom line: - Victory Lakes is using local outreach, expert guidance and upcoming events to strengthen its role as a senior living resource in the region.